January 2026 Bank Holidays: RBI Lists 10 Closure Days
RBI releases 2026 holiday calendar. Banks across India to remain shut for 10 days in January. Check city-wise list for New Year, Republic Day, Pongal & more.
RBI releases 2026 holiday calendar. Banks across India to remain shut for 10 days in January. Check city-wise list for New Year, Republic Day, Pongal & more.
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Banks will be shut for up to six days next week in parts of India due to festivals and weekends. Check the full state-wise list of closures and available online services.
Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi clarifies his viral statement on the 2020 Tekari seat win, attributing it to a vote recount. His son defends the remarks as adding 'romance' to the story.
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Banks in Sikkim are closed on December 20, 2025, for the Losoong harvest festival, creating a three-day weekend. Check the full list of 17 bank holidays across India for December 2025 here.
Two Indian Bank employees in Rajkot face charges for misappropriating pledged gold worth Rs 64 lakh. The accused, who controlled the locker keys, were transferred after an internal probe. Police investigation is ongoing.
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HDFC Bank subsidiaries get RBI approval to acquire up to 9.5% stake in IndusInd Bank. The move signals strong support for the lender. Read the full details here.
Banks will be closed for four days next week from 8-14 Dec 2025, but only in specific states. Check the full list of holidays for SBI, PNB, HDFC, ICICI and online banking options.
The Reserve Bank of India has given in-principle approval for Fino Payments Bank to transition into a small finance bank. This marks a major milestone for the 18-year-old company. Read more about the implications and Fino's unique strategy.
Yes Bank and Union Bank of India set to join NSE's Nifty Bank index, expanding it to 14 stocks. New SEBI rules trigger $670M outflows from HDFC, ICICI Bank. Read the full analysis.
India's Supreme Court emphasizes dignity & autonomy for divorced Muslim women under a 1986 law, examining return of marital goods. Read the landmark ruling details.
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Punjab National Bank closes applications for 750 Local Bank Officer posts today. Check eligibility, pay scale, and how to apply online at pnb.bank.in before the deadline.
India plans new public sector bank mergers to create global-sized lenders. While aiming to fund major projects, the move raises concerns over heightened systemic risk and concentration. Can India achieve scale without amplifying vulnerabilities?
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Banks in Itanagar, Kohima, and Panaji will remain closed next week for state holidays. Check complete December 2025 bank holiday calendar and available online services.
Banks remain operational across India on November 29, 2025, being the fifth Saturday. Check regional exceptions in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland. Plan your banking activities accordingly.
Plan your December 2025 finances! The RBI has announced 13 state-wise bank holidays. Check the complete list for Christmas, regional festivals, and long weekends.
An SBI branch in Odisha's Bhadrak became inaccessible for 2 days after an anti-encroachment drive demolished its staircase. Staff & customers used a tractor-mounted ladder. Full story inside.
Kerala BJP president explains Muslim minister absence in Union cabinet reflects voting patterns, not exclusion. Party launches outreach to build trust among Muslim communities ahead of elections.
Congress leaders in Rohtak allege BJP manipulated Haryana polls, citing voter list fraud and EVM issues. They call for public support at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan rally on Dec 14 to save democracy.
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Plan your banking in December 2025 with our comprehensive state-wise holiday list for Indian banks. Check dates now to avoid inconvenience!
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Shares of Central Bank, UCO Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank jumped up to 4% as Finance Ministry drafts consolidation roadmap for public sector banks. Expected announcement in April-May.